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Who are the first four Caliphs in chronological order?
What is Muhammad known as?
Seal of the Prophets
Before reading prayers in the Quran, you have to _____
say and seek refuge
What is the first revelation of the Quran known as?
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What does Hadith/Sunnah signify?
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What is the proper name of the sacred book?
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What are other names for the Quran? (Select all that apply)
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What does Haqq mean?
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What are the Muslim names of God?
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What is the term for chapters in the Quran?
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How many total verses are there in the Quran?
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Over what period was the Revelation of the Quran transmitted?
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Makkah revelations are usually _____, while Medinan revelations are generally _____
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What are the Biblical figures mentioned in the Quran?
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What do you need to interpret the Quran? (Select all that apply)
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Hadith must not conflict with the Quran.
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Sunnah must not conflict with the Quran or Hadith.
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What does the theory of abrogation refer to?
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Why is knowledge of Arabic important in Islam?
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What do Shia Muslims call their leaders?
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Who are considered the Caliphs in Sunni Islam?
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Where is Islam most concentrated in America?
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Who do Sunni Muslims believe Fard Muhammad is?
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What scandal involved Elijah Muhammad?
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What was Malcolm X known for?
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The only chapter of the Quran that does not contain the phrase 'In the name of Allah the merciful, the compassionate' is Chapter _____
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Every chapter of the Quran (except one) begins with the phrase _____
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What is the first chapter of the Quran known as?
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How are the chapters of the Quran arranged?
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What is the first revelation given to Muhammad found in which chapter of the Quran?
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Who brought the divine message to Prophet Muhammad?
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How many chapters does the Quran have?
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Study Notes
First Four Caliphs
- Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali served as the first four Caliphs in Islamic history.
Muhammad
- Recognized as the Seal of the Prophets, marking the end of prophetic tradition.
Quranic Prayers
- Before engaging in Quranic prayers, one must say and seek refuge.
First Revelation
- The first revelation occurred on Laylat Al Qadar (Night of Power) through the angel Jibril (Gabriel), coinciding with the start of fasting.
Hadith and Sunnah
- Hadith refers to the retelling of traditions based on Muhammad’s life and actions.
Sacred Book Name
- The Quran, or Al-Qu'ran, means "to be read or recited," often completed by an average Muslim once every month.
Alternate Names for the Quran
- Other names include: Al Qetaa (wipe out), Al-Furqan (tells the truth), Al-Dhikr (reminder), Al-Mauizah (admonition), Al-Hukan (Judgment), Wisdom, Healing, Message, Revelation, Spirit, and Truth.
Haqq
- Represents truth, reality, rightness, and righteousness; Al-Haqq is one of the 99 names of God.
Names of God in Islam
- Notable names include Ramat and Dhikr.
Structure of the Quran
- Comprises "Surah" (chapters) and "Ayah" (verses). The shortest surah has three verses, while chapters range in length, totaling 6247 verses.
Revelation Timeline
- The Quran was revealed over a period of 23 years.
Revelation Context
- Revelations received in Mecca (Makkan) are typically shorter; Medinan revelations are generally longer and complete prophecies.
Makkan Revelations
- Spanning 13 years, they consist of 93 chapters and emphasize prophetic themes.
Medinan Revelations
- Consist of 21 chapters over 10 years, focusing on the fulfillment of prophecies.
Biblical Figures in the Quran
- Includes important figures like Abraham and Mary.
Interpretation of the Quran
- Requires Hadith, Sunnah, and the Quran itself for contextual understanding.
Compatibility of Hadith and Sunnah
- Hadith must align with the Quran, while Sunnah must not conflict with either the Quran or Hadith.
Theory of Abrogation
- This concept involves the cancellation of previous commands, exemplified by the rule changes regarding smoking.
Knowledge of Arabic
- Essential for reading and properly interpreting the Quran.
Shia Islam
- Followers do not use the term caliph; instead, they refer to their leaders as Imams, starting with Ali.
Sunni Islam
- Recognizes the first four Caliphs: Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali.
Islam in America
- The "Nation of Islam" is a significant black movement promoting Islamic teachings in America.
Fard Muhammad
- Viewed by Sunni Muslims as potentially the fourth Caliph.
Elijah Muhammad
- Noted for controversial practices including fathering children with secretaries, affecting figures like Malcolm X.
Malcolm X
- A prominent civil rights advocate known for his powerful speeches and advocacy of separation between races; he faced backlash for his methods.
Chapter 9 of the Quran
- Notably omits "Bismillah" (In the name of Allah), leading to theories regarding its content and structure.
Chapters of the Quran
- Chapter 9 is unique as it does not start with "Bismillaahir Rahmaanir Raheem."
Al-Fatihah
- The first chapter of the Quran, used in daily and Friday prayers.
Chapter Arrangement
- Chapters are organized from longest to shortest, with longer chapters appearing first.
First Revelation in the Quran
- Found in chapter 96, bearing the command for Muhammad to "read."
Divine Message Transmission
- Prophet Muhammad received the divine message through Angel Jibril.
Total Chapters in the Quran
- The Quran comprises a total of 114 chapters.
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